The Definition of Organic Foods Should Be Redefined Essay

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Organic versus non-organic foods are always being debated to whether they are worth the extra cost. This seems to be an easy question, at first, but begs a more in-depth analysis to come to a conclusion. Organic definitions can vary by government, company and even individuals. Many people have their own ideas of what organic means. My personal definition, before this research assignment, was that organic products were grown with no pesticides, chemical additives, or preservatives and grown in a humane way. Meaning that if it said 100% organic, that is what was meant. This however, is not the case when it comes to the government’s definition of organic, according to T. A. Niewold who wrote, “Organic More Healthy; Green Shoots in a…show more content…

If these claims prove to be true, as some research suggests, then this may be well worth the cost if one can afford them. In the case of the meat we eat, how do we know that it is truly organic (hence the necessity for a more strict definition), and why do we even need it to be? There are several reasons for us to eat organic meat, depending on what the definition ultimately ends up being. One reason to eat organic meat is the fact of the spread of Bovine spongiform encephalopathy or what is more commonly known as Mad Cow Disease. There is a human form of this disease called New Variant Creutzfeldt - Jakob disease (NCJD). This disease was first brought to light in the 1990’s in Europe by the discovery of link between these two diseases (Freudenrich, 3). If one had lived in Europe in the early 90’s, for at least six months, (as my family and I did) they may have been exposed to this disease. In the past, cows (who are naturally herbivores) were fed remnants of dead and dying sheep. Sheep that possibly had the disease called, “Scrapie” which is similar to BSE, and could explain the reason for the infection to have started in cows, eventually jumping to humans (Freudenrich, 6). The theory of how this disease came about varies, but one of the most prevalent relates to a protein called a “prion”. These prions are allowed access to the

said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Since before we were civilized, people have always valued food highly. This is because there’s an instinctual understanding that good food means good health. The most basic demand from any person is to eat enough to be healthy. Some people are more focused on health, so they’re more inclined to see investing in healthy food as an opportunity to invest in themselves. In either case, everyone has some constant demand for nourishing food in order…

An introduction to organic foods
In spite of the increasing popularity of Organic food these days, most of the people do not have a clear idea regarding the definition of organic food. In simple words, Organic foods are those foods that are produced, processed and packaged without using chemicals. They have been accepted due to their perceived health benefits over conventional food. The organic industry is growing rapidly and has caught the attention of farmers, manufacturers and, above all, consumers…

Organic foods are defined as foods that are free of synthetics, such as pesticides and chemical fertilizers, and are not further processed in industries or by using genetic engineering. However, organic foods do not come at a cheap price. They are listed at higher prices than conventional foods. Despite their high cost, the organic food market has increased by over $25.1 billion in the past decade (MacVean, 2012). The real question then becomes, is organic food worth the extra cost? Some people…

with lymphoma, leukemia, kidney disease, breast cancer, brain cancer, stomach problems, or birth defects? All of these illnesses are caused by GMOs found in the food we eat everyday. GMO is genetically modified organisms whose genetic material has been altered by means of genetic engineering. The reasons for genetically modifying foods vary from making a fruit larger and seedless to resisting pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides. Millions of dollars are invested in this bioengineering process…

Introduction
Organic foods are foods that are processed without the use of synthetic materials such as pesticides, antibiotics and chemical fertilizers. National Organic Standards Board defined organic agriculture as;
“An ecological production management system that promotes and enhances biodiversity, biological cycles and soil biological activity. It is based on minimal use of off-farm inputs and on management practices that restore, maintain and enhance ecological harmony” (Organic Trade Association…

Agriculture (USDA) took an interest in organic farming, publishing a report titled Report and Recommendations on Organic Farming. As organic foods have been growing rapidly in the last 20 years there has been a lot of talking about whether or not organic foods are healthy. As people today have been eating a lot more of organic foods they are having arguments stating that organic food is not what they say on the labels. Although people think that organic food is not what the farmers say it is, it still…

(USDA) took an interest in organic farming, publishing a report titled Report and Recommendations on Organic Farming. (Organic Debate, 2014) As organic foods have been growing rapidly in the last 20 years there has been a lot of talking about whether or not organic foods are healthy. As people today have been eating a lot more of organic foods they are having arguments stating that organic food is not what they say on the labels. Although people think that organic food is not what the farmers say…

Organic Food
How popular is this product?
By Takahiro Hashiguchi
& Pascual Retamero
Sub-headings
 What is "Organic Food"?
 Where are these products situated and how are they promoted in the supermarkets?
 How does the price of these goods compare with non-organic food items?
 What information is given on the label of these products?
 How many people actually buy these products?
 What is your opinion on these products
What is Organic Food?
Definition…